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I originally started this blog as a place to store tried and true recipes for my family. It didn't take long to discover how supportive and fun the blog community was and I became hooked! I rarely create my own recipes, but I still hope you'll enjoy the recipes that I find and tweak a bit.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Bacon-Corn Chowder with Shrimp

Like so many of us, my mind immediately turns to soup when the weather drops. It's understandable, what could be better to warm the belly and soul than warm, brothy goodness. There are so many good soups out there, but when I need extra comfort, I tend to prefer stews or chowders, they're thicker, heartier and sometimes a bit meatier.

This chowder was a total hit in our house. The thickness and sweetness of it comes primarily from the corn, but then you get bit chunks of shrimp as well as smoky bacon. It's a wonderful experience to eat, especially with a crusty hunk of bread. Mmmm, it's enough to brighten any chilly fall day.

2. Place 2 cups of corn mixture in a blender. Remove the center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape), and secure lid on blender. Place a clean towel over opening in the blender lid (to avoid splatters). Blend until smooth. Return pureed corn mixture to pan. Stir in shrimp; cook 2 minutes or until shrimp are done. Stir in half-and-half, pepper, and salt. Crumble reserved bacon over soup.

This is exactly the type of recipe I have been craving. Don't know what it is lately but I am just so wanting a chowder with shrimp. I found one I want to try that calls for butternut squash and shrimp and now this!!! It looks sooo good!

I agree, Teresa. Much prefer chowders. What a super combo in yours...bacon and corn are winners right off the bat and then adding shrimp just puts it over the top. It looks as though the pureed corn makes it nice and thick.

It's getting cold here. I do need a big bowl of your chowder. Love all those shrimps there...mmm. I have been cooking a lot of soup this week to keep warm and help make me smile :D Hope you have a wonderful day. MaryMoh at http://www.keeplearningkeepsmiling.com